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Tour this country that charms with its culture, heritage and diverse landscapes. Visit ancient temples, explore dense rainforests and relax on tranquil beaches.

The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.  

Venture to the forested slopes of Mount Toham to enjoy its picturesque gardens and learn about this highly significant complex dating back to the ancient Silla Kingdom.

Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea. 

See one of the oldest wooden structures in Korea at this peaceful Buddhist temple complex perched on the slopes of Mount Cheondeung. 

Come see thousands of Buddhas in this ancient temple from the Silla Kingdom, tucked away on the forested slopes of Mount Hamwol in Gyeongju.

Find UNESCO World Heritage-listed treasures and royal relics contrasted with a modern skyline in this city, famed as one of the last of its kind in South Korea.

Visit the “Fragrant Emperor Temple” in Gyeongju to see one of the oldest pagodas in Korea and admire the ancient Buddha images. 

The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.  

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

Learn some new skills in the “Stone Buddha Temple,” an ancient monastery that is now the South Korean center of seonmudo, a Buddhist form of martial arts.

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.

Discover over 900 years of history at this former royal residence, an opulent building filled with grand halls and centuries-old shrines.

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.

The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.  

Explore the exhibition halls within King Jeongjo’s official residence in Suwon and watch the Jangyongyeong guard ceremony on select Sundays.

Venture to the forested slopes of Mount Toham to enjoy its picturesque gardens and learn about this highly significant complex dating back to the ancient Silla Kingdom.

Escape the busy streets of Seoul with a visit to this tranquil temple, which has existed for over 1,000 years. 

Venture to the forested slopes of Mount Toham to enjoy its picturesque gardens and learn about this highly significant complex dating back to the ancient Silla Kingdom.

Admire a village of painted walls and enjoy views from South Korea’s longest cable car in this Korean city by the sea.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

The west gate of Hwaseong Fortress is an imposing structure that looms above the magnificent walled fort complex, symbolizing the power of King Jeongjo.